NAFD
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) is a leading trade body representing the interests of funeral professionals across the UK. It plays a central role in setting professional standards, advocating on behalf of members, and engaging with government, regulators, and the public. Funeral Service Times provides coverage of the NAFD’s policy work, regulatory consultations, industry guidance, training and events, leadership updates, and sector commentary. Content supports funeral directors and affiliated professionals in staying informed about the NAFD’s influence, resources, and evolving role within the funeral profession.
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Apr- 2023 -19 AprilCommunity
Policy report touts need for grief education in curriculum
A new policy report has been published which demonstrates the need to integrate grief education into the statutory curriculum in…
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Mar- 2023 -29 MarchCharity
President of NAFD becomes advisor to Child Bereavement UK
John Adams, president of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD), has become an advisor to Child Bereavement UK. Child…
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17 MarchTrade Organisations
New bill to return remote death registering in England and Wales
The government’s Data Protection and Digital Information bill has been published and it includes provision for deaths to be registered…
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16 MarchTrade Organisations
Govt considers adding bereavement education to national curriculum
The NAFD’s campaign to add proactive teaching about loss and bereavement in schools has taken “another huge step forward” this…
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Feb- 2023 -10 FebruaryFuneral Plans
Bereavement Benefits to extend support to unmarried parents
Bereavement Benefits is expected to soon ensure cohabiting parents of dependent children who are not married or in a civil…
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Jan- 2023 -5 JanuaryPeople
NAFD appoints new chief executive
The Nation Association of Funeral Directors’ governing board has announced the appointment of Andrew Judd to be the association’s new…
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Dec- 2022 -1 DecemberPeople
A.W. Lymn appoints new director
Midlands-based family funeral director A.W. Lymn has announced the appointment of the current company secretary Chloe Lymn Rose to the…
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Nov- 2022 -22 NovemberPeople
NAFD Membership Committee appoints new chair
Yorkshire family funeral director James Schofield has been appointed as chair of the NAFD Membership Committee. Schofield, of family funeral…
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21 NovemberFeatures
Has planning ever been more important?
Picture a future where cremation is the norm. Where limousines, coffins and burials are the exception to the rule. Emerging…
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Sep- 2022 -22 SeptemberCharity
Charitable funeral donations see ‘strong’ post-pandemic growth
Online tribute and charitable donation services have seen “strong” post-pandemic growth, according to the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD).…
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